Driving conversations about the impact of legal developments on business

Among the many nuances in the Vermont Public Utility Commission’s soon to be adopted Rule 9.000 on energy storage, one small but curious phrase has drawn particular attention: “radio tower site.”

After five years and numerous fits and starts, the Vermont PUC's final rules on storage projects have been approved and issued in final form. The new rules - PUC Rule 9.000 - are effective May 1, 2026.

Beginning on March 1, 2026, the Residential Real Estate Rule will require reports to be submitted to FinCEN in connection with certain residential real estate transfers.

On January 1, 2026, the State of Vermont’s statutory prohibition on PFAS in consumer products became effective. Vermont is among the growing number of states that are regulating the manufacturing, distribution, and use of consumer products that contain intentionally added PFAS.